Frank Arcuri, a York attorney, attempted to continue the case beyond July, but Adams County President Judge Michael George denied his request. Arcuri began representing Giannotto after his previous defense counsel, Carlisle attorney Karl Rominger, turned in his law license in March.

Giannotto has been aware of his need to obtain legal counsel since March, Blazek said. His plea date was continued in February and May.

"We have to get this resolved in August," George said.

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Giannotto reportedly struck the rear of a riding lawn mower with his pickup at 245 Forest Drive in Hamilton Township on Aug. 14. The mower's operator died of multiple blunt force trauma, according to a pathology report.

Giannotto was released from Adams County Prison in November when his $50,000 bail was posted, according to court documents.

Mark Walters covers Adams County for The Evening Sun. Contact him at 717-637-3736 ext. 147.

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